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Kamryn Mahan

Kamryn Mahan

Novato

Summary

Diligent Childcare Professional with strong background in childcare and proven ability to create safe and nurturing environment for children. Successfully managed diverse age groups and facilitated engaging activities to support developmental milestones. Demonstrated effective communication and problem-solving skills in various babysitting roles

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Teacher

Flagstaff Unified School District
08.2023 - 05.2025
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices in general education kindergarten and inclusive preschool.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
  • Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
  • Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
  • Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
  • Created and implemented different learning activities to meet needs of different types of learners.
  • Participated in professional development workshops focused on special education best practices and innovative teaching methods.
  • Improved student comprehension through the use of visual aids, hands-on activities, and real-world examples.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
  • Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
  • Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.

Childcare Coordinator

Bay Club Rolling Hills
03.2019 - 09.2021
  • Implemented balanced schedules of age-appropriate learning, rest and play.
  • Verified proper sign-in and sign-out procedures according to optimal security protections for children.
  • Enhanced children''s development by implementing age-appropriate activities and learning modules.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for the children by adhering to health and safety protocols.
  • Enhanced children''s social skills by facilitating group activities and promoting positive interactions.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Prevented behavioral issues with proactive management strategies that encouraged self-regulation among the children.
  • Backed up staff by assisting with difficult behavioral situations.
  • Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.

Babysitter

Private Home
01.2016 - Current
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
  • Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.
  • Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
  • Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.
  • Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
  • Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Special Education

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ
05-2025

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ
05-2025

Minor - Psychology

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ
05-2025

Skills

  • Patience and empathy
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Strong work ethic
  • Reliability
  • Maintaining safe environment
  • Child supervision
  • Childcare
  • Licensed driver
  • Age-appropriate activities
  • Infant care experience
  • Early childhood development
  • Lesson planning
  • Behavior management
  • Emotional support

Timeline

Student Teacher

Flagstaff Unified School District
08.2023 - 05.2025

Childcare Coordinator

Bay Club Rolling Hills
03.2019 - 09.2021

Babysitter

Private Home
01.2016 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Special Education

Northern Arizona University

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Northern Arizona University

Minor - Psychology

Northern Arizona University

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